2003 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |